The Ghostwriter had the opportunity to sit down with freshman Olivia Bao for an interview for our Student Spotlight series. Read the transcript below for our full interview. In the interview, Bao describes her interests outside of school, thoughts on popular issues like AI, and some clubs she's enjoyed...

Despite being new to Westford Academy, counseling intern John Manning is no stranger to the field of education. Manning is currently enrolled in graduate school at Merrimack College in North Andover, Massachusetts. After working in multiple different education-related occupations in New England, Manning...

Molly Callaghan is returning to Westford Academy as a ninth grade English teacher after working at the high school on and off for four years between 2021 and 2025. According to Callaghan, she hopes to encourage her students and to shape their high school journey in a positive way as her high school teachers...

Following four years of commitment, perseverance, and risk taking, senior Kaylee Bulat has been recognized as the class of 2025 salutatorian. With no regrets, Bulat spent her time at WA doing what she loved and finding ways to expand her horizons. She has committed to Boston College and will be majoring...

Makayla Camp is a special education teacher who recently joined the WA community. She is a friendly, kind, funny, and welcoming individual who always aims to bring a smile to people's faces and is excited to start her teaching career here at WA. Q: What led you to this passion?  A: My grandmother...

After 17 years of teaching, special education teacher Todd Foster joined the Westford community as the head of the Routes Program. This is a transition program that helps special needs students prepare for adulthood, focusing on job skills, independent living, and college navigation. Prior to this, Foster...

The Ghostwriter had the opportunity to sit down and interview Emily Wedlake for our Student Spotlight series. Emily is a driven sophomore balancing academics and athletics, particularly in cross country and track and field. With aspirations to pursue a career in teaching or nursing, Emily values health...

The Town of Westford is facing two different budget scenarios in Fiscal Year 2025 [FY25] based on whether or not an override is passed by a vote at Town Elections on May 7. To fully understand what an override is and what exactly it means for Westford, here are answers to frequently asked questions. Q:...

New staff member Katie Mantineo is starting her first year at Westford Academy as a teaching assistant. After working at three different schools within the Westford school district, she is ready to continue her role in a new environment. She hopes to work with and bring smiles to students each day.  Q:...

Zachary Sawyer is WA’s new orchestra teacher, joining the music department staff with many years of musical experience. Recently, the Ghostwriter got a chance to interview him and unlock a few deeper insights into who Sawyer is as a person and how he’s liking his job so far. Q: How are you enjoying...

After spending the past 45 years traveling around New England helping to make movies, Michael Reynolds has decided to take on a new job closer to home, working as a custodian at WA. Although he just started the job a few weeks ago, he is quickly adjusting and is looking forward to having more time to...

Laura Sporel is a recent graduate from Mount Saint Mary College and is here to teach at Westford Academy. Being a former student of WA, she’s excited to rejoin the great community and contribute as a teacher. Q: Our source said that you are currently on the Student Support Team, however you are...